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W497 VGF

2000 Honda VT600

Blue Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

24,389 mi
Last recorded24,389 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 2000 Honda VT60012,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW497 VGF
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 24,389 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front tyre underinflated

Rear Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear tyre cracking

wire exposed o/s of the bike

Pass 14 Sep 2021 24,262 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 24,098 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 24,098 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 24,084 miles

Front Front brake pipe slightly fowling frame.

Front Reduced damping effect on front suspension

Pass 10 Apr 2018 24,042 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 24,035 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 24,001 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 23,970 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 23,574 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Apr 2013 22,767 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 18,573 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VT600?

Based on 6,311 MOT tests across 627 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
395
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
627
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 73
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 33
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
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W497 VGF is a 2000 Honda VT600 in Blue with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2000 Honda VT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 12,894 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VT600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W497 VGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 26 years old, this Honda VT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W497 VGF registered?

W497 VGF is a 2000 Honda VT600, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W497 VGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W497 VGF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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